GB Week
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Wednesday, Sept. 3 - Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025
GB Week is full of opportunities to immerse yourself in campus life! Commemorate the first day of classes with a back-to-school photo and free ice cream, learn about ways to get involved with student clubs at OrgSmorg, jam out at an outdoor concert and much more. No matter your interests, there is something for every Phoenix during GB Week.
Schedule of Events
All events are free to UW-Green Bay students unless otherwise stated. Remember to bring your University ID or download the Involve app to check into events.
Week 1
| Date & Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, Sept. 3 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | First Day Photo & School Supply Grab Commemorate your first day of school at our Photo Booth. Enjoy free scoops of ice cream, and collect some complimentary school supplies! | Union Bookstore Booth |
| Wednesday, Sept. 3 6-7:30 p.m. | Comedian Chinedu Unaka Standup comedian Chinedu Unaka has been featured in hit TV shows such as Abott Elementary and has been in movies such as ‘House Party’ with Lebron James. He is the son of two Nigerian immigrants, and is a former school teacher. | Phoenix Rooms |
| Thursday, Sept. 4 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | STI Awareness and Trivia Learn about STI testing and prevention while answering trivia questions and enjoying free snacks! Plushies and prizes will be given to winners. | Phoenix Room C |
| Thursday, Sept. 4 5 p.m. | Women's Soccer vs. Western Illinois Cheer on your fellow Phoenix! Admission is free with your UW-Green Bay University ID. | Aldo Santaga Stadium |
| Thursday, Sept. 4 6 p.m. | Get REC'd Get up, get moving, get REC'd! Kick off the year with UREC's premiere event, which includes archery tag, aerobics, rock climbing, swimming, games and much more. | Kress Events Center |
| Friday, Sept. 5 6:30 p.m. | Weidner Philharmonic: EcoRhythms The Weidner is kicking off its Philharmonic concert season with a free concert. Admission is free to all UW-Green Bay students and the community. Enjoy global music vibes and a chill atmosphere, conducted by our very own Chancellor, Mike Alexander! | The Weidner |
| Friday, Sept. 5 6-8 p.m. | Outdoor Music Fest Play some yard games, roast s'mores, play outdoor volleyball, or just lounge in Phoenix Park while enjoying live music. | Phoenix Park |
| Saturday, Sept. 6 6 p.m. | Jackbox Game Night Hang out in the Phoenix Club and Esports Lounge to play a wide range of Jackbox games! Light snacks and beverages will be available. | Phoenix Club and Esports Lounge |
Week 2
| Date & Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday, Sept. 7 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Bay Beach Trip Enjoy a day of fun at Bay Beach Amusement Park, just down the road from campus! Free tickets will be provided (while supplies last). Transportation is provided; bus will be taking round trips from the Housing Community Center beginning at 11:05 a.m. and returning at 2 p.m. | Bay Beach Amusement Park |
| Sunday, Sept. 7 3-6 p.m. | Green Bay Packers Watch Party Watch the Packers take on the Lions during their season opener! Check out game day deals in the Club and halftime trivia. | Phoenix Club |
| Sunday, Sept. 7 4-6 p.m. | Women's Soccer vs. UIC Cheer on your fellow Phoenix! Admission is free with your UW-Green Bay University ID. | Aldo Santaga Stadium |
| Monday, Sept. 8 7 p.m. | Blind Box Bingo It's the first Bingo of the semester with a mystery twist. All prizes are hidden; receive a surprise when you win! | Phoenix Rooms |
| Tuesday, Sept. 9 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Cafe Crawl Adventure around different campus offices to check out free giveaways, snacks, and learn more about the services available to you as a student. Visit three different offices for a chance to win a Keurig Coffee Machine. | Various Campus Departments |
| Tuesday, Sept. 9 3 p.m. | Center for First Nations Education Kickoff Come meet the staff in the Center for First Nations Education and see what their office can offer. Sample traditional Native American foods and beverages and take home a free DIY stuffie! | Wood Hall 410 |
| Tuesday, Sept. 9 5:30 p.m. | Smash Tuesdays Join the UW-Green Bay Esports program for our first Super Smash Bros. Ultimate biweekly of the semester! Free entry, all skill levels welcome. | University Union Room 125 |
| Tuesday, Sept. 9 6 p.m. | 2XKO Trial Night Come try out Riot Games' newest title, the fighting game 2XKO. Tag-team into the fray with a friend while everyone figures this new game out! | Esports Lounge |
| Wednesday, Sept. 10 3-6 p.m. | OrgSmorg One of UW-Green Bay’s longest traditions! See all the slices of UWGB life and involvement featuring student orgs, games, snacks and more! | Phoenix Park |
| Thursday, Sept. 11 2-4 p.m. | Women's Soccer vs. Indiana State Cheer on your fellow Phoenix! Admission is free with your UW-Green Bay University ID. | Aldo Santaga Stadium |
| Thursday, Sept. 11 3-5 p.m. | Tie-Dye Takeover Dye shirts, bandanas, socks, and scrunchies! Traditional and "reverse" (black shirts and bleach) tie dying will be available. Everything is provided while supplies last. | Phoenix Park |
| Thursday, Sept. 11 6 p.m. | Roblox Hangout Play some of your favorite Roblox games in the Esports Lounge and meet some new friends while doing so! | Esports Lounge |
| Thursday, Sept. 11 6:30 p.m. | UWGB Goes to the Movies Catch a free showing of the movie Demon Slayer by picking up your movie voucher at the University Ticketing & Information Center. Free transportation leaves MAC Hall Circle at 6:30 p.m., or meet us at the theater for a 7 p.m. showtime. | Marcus East Side Cinema |
| Friday, Sept. 12 3-7 p.m. | Paddle & Patty Kayak up Duck Creek to Gilligan's Bar & Grill. Enjoy burgers for dinner, then head back to campus. | Shorewood Center |
| Friday, Sept. 12 7-9 p.m. | Hypnotist Michael C. Anthony This may just be the funniest show you have ever seen. It is the critically acclaimed hypnotic masterpiece where 30 willing volunteers from the audience get hypnotized to believe the most impossible suggestions you can imagine. | Phoenix Rooms |
| Saturday, Sept. 13 All Day | ¡Estamos Aquí! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Estamos Aquí, an outdoor festival featuring live music, food trucks, a car show, and local artists representing Hispanic communities around the Green Bay area. Admission is free and open to the public. | The Weidner |
Accessibility Accommodations
If you have a disability and would like to request accommodations, please contact the Student Engagement Center at 920-465-2720.
Get In Touch
Connect with our team to learn more about GB Week and more! Ben Dresdow, Program Coordinator, can help you find more ways to be engaged on campus.